Go Golborne's third campaign, Sugar
Smart Golborne, is all about making it easier for children to make
healthy low-sugar choices about what they eat and drink.

We are focusing on sugar because children across the UK are
eating three times more sugar than the maximum daily amount
recommended by health experts. This is not good news as too much
sugar can lead to tooth decay and a range of health problems
including diabetes and obesity. The biggest source of sugar in
children's diets is sugary drinks, followed by sugary snacks.

To help make it easier for children to make healthy choices we
are encouraging local organisations and businesses across the
Golborne area to consider how they can help and pledge to take
action. From schools and play groups to shops, cafes and
community centres - everyone is playing a part!

sugar smart

Support for local organisations

We have developed a
Sugar Smart toolkit that contains lots of fun sugar themed
activity ideas and lesson plans for teachers. It also includes
good practice guidelines and a checklist to help organisations
identify ways that can be as Sugar Smart as possible.

Got a Sugar Smart idea?

Small grants of up to £1,500 are available to local
organisations to help support events and activities that support
the objectives of the Sugar Smart campaign. Email gogolborne@rbkc.gov.uk for a
copy of the application form and to find out more.

Mytime Active is providing free
training to help equip staff and volunteers to
run Sugar Smart workshops for children and families. See the
Partner Zone for more
information.

Parents/carers - want to know more?

A number of events and activities for children
and families will be taking place as part of the campaign
in the coming months. Details will be advertised in the News Room and via the Children and
Families Service Facebook
Page and Twitter.

The NHS
Change4Life website has lots of information about how
to help the whole family make Sugar Smart choices, including
recommended daily amounts, tips for reading food and drink
labels, and low sugar recipe ideas.

Download the free Food
Smart app to discover to help bring labels
to life and help you and your families make healthier choices!